About the role:
As a key member of the Blackbaud Enterprise Strategic Sales Team, the Enterprise Strategic Account Executive will be responsible for working with existing clients as well as identifying and penetrating other major accounts within an assigned territory. The Enterprise Strategic Account Executive must be able to navigate through large, complex organizations positioning Blackbaud's software, services and training as a best of breed high-end enterprise solution. They must also work collaboratively with other partners in our larger sales engagements to provide a total solution.
What you’ll do:
- Managing sales activities to exceed assigned revenue objectives.
- Providing tactical and strategic plans with specific measurable time frames to penetrate an account.
- Collaborate with Client Success Managers (i.e. Account Managers) to generate additional revenue from existing client base.
- Following up on leads, completing RFP's etc) into accounts to establish additional relationships.
- Executing aggressively on the plan to position Blackbaud as solution of choice.
- Becoming a 'trusted business advisor' and establish Executive relationships at senior levels within client accounts.
- Differentiating Blackbaud's solution by positioning professional services.
- Provide and or coordinate appropriate resources such as online demonstrations and proposals when needed to educate clients and advance sales cycles.
- Working closely with professional services to present a total solution.
- Build and maintain an accurate pipeline and timely sales forecasts to management.
- Identifying internal teams, providing direction and leadership in each sales engagement.
- Develop a deep understanding of customer industry trends.
What you'll bring:
- 10+ years’ experience in positioning and selling large, complex CRM and/or ERP software solutions.
- Knowledge and experience working within a solution-selling or consultative selling methodology.
- Experience selling/navigating a complex sale.
- Experience in both acquiring new business and cultivating existing relationships for business.
- A proven track record of consistent over quota achievement within a solutions software vendor.
- Entrepreneurial drive and work ethic.
- Experience selling into development offices a plus.
- Approximately 10% - 20% travel is required.
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Blackbaud is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
The starting base salary and annual proposed commission is $156,400.00 to $218,300.00. Blackbaud may pay more or less based on employee qualifications, market value, sales quota, Company finances, and other operational considerations.Benefits Include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Remote-flexible workforce
Wellness Programs
401(k) program with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Generous Parental Leave
Donations for Doers
Pet insurance, legal and identity protection
Tuition reimbursement program
Skills Required
- 10+ years experience positioning and selling large, complex CRM and/or ERP software solutions.
- Knowledge and experience with solution-selling or consultative selling methodology.
- Proven experience selling and navigating complex enterprise sales.
- Experience acquiring new business and cultivating existing client relationships.
- Proven track record of consistent over-quota achievement at a solutions software vendor.
- Entrepreneurial drive and strong work ethic.
- Experience selling into development offices.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 10% - 20% of the time.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, and “wellbeing days” are emphasized, and feedback suggests PTO is a consistent strength. Remote/hybrid flexibility further supports time-away needs.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing programs, health coaching, and flexibility (including remote/hybrid schedules) are highlighted as part of a holistic support approach. Tuition reimbursement, wellness recognition, and home-office support add everyday value.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Benefits extend to mental health support, fertility options, and travel support for abortion care, with parental leave also included. These offerings signal attention to diverse needs across life stages.
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